Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne from R8 885
This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MEL
Dec 9 — Dec 161
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Melbourne are usually found in March or August, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Friday
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 November 2025.
Tue 23/129:50JNB - MEL
1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways
Tue 30/1218:20MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 8/11R15 298
Fri 14/119:25JNB - MEL
1 stop29h 20mQatar Airways
Fri 21/1116:55MEL - JNB
1 stop31h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/11R15 332
Tue 11/119:25JNB - MEL
1 stop23h 25mQatar Airways
Tue 18/1116:55MEL - JNB
1 stop31h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/11R15 384
Tue 11/1111:00JNB - MEL
1 stop27h 00mCathay Pacific
Tue 18/116:45MEL - JNB
2 stops33h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/11R15 574
Fri 14/1111:00JNB - MEL
1 stop27h 00mCathay Pacific
Fri 21/117:10MEL - JNB
2 stops33h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/11R15 626
Thu 20/1113:45JNB - MEL
1 stop43h 05mQatar Airways
Fri 5/1216:10MEL - JNB
1 stop44h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/11R16 629
Mon 1/1211:20JNB - MEL
1 stop40h 10mCathay Pacific
Sat 6/1215:35MEL - JNB
1 stop24h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/11R18 029
Mon 1/1216:50JNB - MEL
2 stops27h 55mRwandAir
Sat 6/1216:10MEL - JNB
2 stops31h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 8/11R18 426
Thu 20/1111:00JNB - MEL
1 stop27h 00mCathay Pacific
Fri 5/1216:30MEL - JNB
2 stops47h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/11R18 444
Tue 11/1117:30JNB - AVV
1 stop29h 05mQantas Airways
Tue 18/116:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/11R23 180
Fri 14/1117:30JNB - AVV
1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 21/116:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/11R24 113
Tue 11/1117:30JNB - AVV
1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/116:00AVV - JNB
2 stops35h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/11R29 731
Best flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne
Discover carefully curated flight deals from OR Tambo to Melbourne that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 9 November 2025.
Fri 27/311:00JNB - MEL
2 stops41h 20mCathay Pacific
Thu 30/47:00MEL - JNB
2 stops32h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/11R16 767
Sat 28/317:30JNB - AVV
1 stop31h 15mQantas Airways
Sat 11/46:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 8/11R20 656
Tue 23/129:50JNB - MEL
1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways
Mon 12/118:20MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/11R20 812
Mon 9/322:20JNB - MEL
3 stops28h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 23/313:10MEL - JNB
3 stops39h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/11R21 607
Sat 17/120:35JNB - MEL
1 stop16h 45mSouth African
Mon 9/220:45MEL - JNB
1 stop17h 20mSouth African
Deal found 8/11R23 301
Mon 9/317:30JNB - AVV
1 stop17h 50mQantas Airways
Mon 23/36:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 8/11R21 521
Tue 23/1211:00JNB - MEL
1 stop27h 00mCathay Pacific
Mon 29/120:45MEL - JNB
1 stop39h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/11R21 728
Sat 17/119:10JNB - MEL
3 stops49h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/20:30MEL - JNB
2 stops43h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/11R22 350
Sat 17/111:00JNB - MEL
2 stops41h 20mCathay Pacific
Mon 9/215:35MEL - JNB
1 stop24h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/11R21 814
Fri 27/31:35JNB - MEL
3 stops44h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/413:00MEL - JNB
2 stops32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/11R22 869
Sat 17/117:30JNB - AVV
1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways
Mon 9/26:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/11R27 830
Mon 9/317:30JNB - AVV
1 stop17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 23/315:00AVV - JNB
2 stops24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/11R31 028
Sat 20/1217:30JNB - AVV
1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways
Sun 4/16:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 8/11R36 507
Sun 30/119:50JNB - AVV
2 stops36h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/1220:55AVV - JNB
1 stop27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/11R35 781
Thu 18/1217:30JNB - AVV
1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways
Sun 4/16:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 8/11R36 507
Sat 13/1217:30JNB - AVV
1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways
Sat 20/128:10AVV - JNB
1 stop39h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 8/11R36 645
Mon 1/1219:55JNB - AVV
2 stops33h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/1220:55AVV - JNB
1 stop27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/11R36 957
Tue 23/1217:30JNB - AVV
1 stop29h 05mQantas Airways
Sun 11/16:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/11R38 512
Last-minute flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne
Discover last-minute flight deals from OR Tambo to Melbourne. Data last updated 9 November 2025 and is based on user searches.
Tue 11/119:25JNB - MEL
1 stop23h 25mQatar Airways
Tue 18/1116:55MEL - JNB
1 stop31h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/11R15 384
Tue 11/1111:00JNB - MEL
1 stop27h 00mCathay Pacific
Tue 18/116:45MEL - JNB
2 stops33h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/11R15 574
Tue 11/1117:30JNB - AVV
1 stop29h 05mQantas Airways
Tue 18/116:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/11R23 180
Tue 11/1117:30JNB - AVV
1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/116:00AVV - JNB
2 stops35h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/11R29 731
Fri 14/119:25JNB - MEL
1 stop29h 20mQatar Airways
Fri 21/1116:55MEL - JNB
1 stop31h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/11R15 332
Fri 14/1111:00JNB - MEL
1 stop27h 00mCathay Pacific
Fri 21/117:10MEL - JNB
2 stops33h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/11R15 626
Fri 14/1117:30JNB - AVV
1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 21/116:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11R23 664
Thu 20/1113:45JNB - MEL
1 stop43h 05mQatar Airways
Fri 5/1216:10MEL - JNB
1 stop44h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/11R16 629
Thu 20/1111:00JNB - MEL
1 stop27h 00mCathay Pacific
Fri 5/1216:30MEL - JNB
2 stops47h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/11R18 444
Mon 1/1211:20JNB - MEL
1 stop40h 10mCathay Pacific
Sat 6/1215:35MEL - JNB
1 stop24h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/11R18 029
Mon 1/1216:50JNB - MEL
2 stops27h 55mRwandAir
Sat 6/1216:10MEL - JNB
2 stops31h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 8/11R18 426
Tue 23/129:50JNB - MEL
1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways
Tue 30/1218:20MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 8/11R15 298
One-way flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne
Search for one-way flight options from OR Tambo to Melbourne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 9 November 2025.
Mon 2/311:00JNB - MEL
2 stops36h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/11R8 885
Wed 3/1211:00JNB - MEL
2 stops47h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/11R8 937
Sun 15/311:00JNB - AVV
2 stops35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/11R9 956
Mon 16/311:00JNB - AVV
2 stops35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/11R10 043
Mon 24/1111:20JNB - AVV
2 stops35h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/11R10 060
Tue 17/311:00JNB - AVV
2 stops35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/11R10 095
Sat 21/311:00JNB - AVV
2 stops51h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/11R10 112
Sat 22/1111:20JNB - AVV
2 stops50h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/11R10 164
Thu 19/311:00JNB - AVV
2 stops51h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/11R10 250
Sun 16/1111:00JNB - AVV
2 stops35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/11R10 285
Wed 18/311:00JNB - AVV
2 stops51h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/11R10 406
Thu 20/1111:00JNB - AVV
2 stops35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/11R10 475
Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Melbourne
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to Melbourne (ME1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 9 November 2025.
Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 9 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne that are best for you.
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
JohannesburgMelbourne
JNB - MEL
JNBMEL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 27/3
11:00-13:20
2 stops41h 20m
Melbourne
Thu 30/4
7:00-7:40
2 stops32h 40m
R16 767
JohannesburgMelbourne
JNB - AVV
JNBAVV
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 28/3
17:30-9:45
1 stop31h 15m
Melbourne Avalon
Sat 11/4
6:00-16:15
1 stop18h 15m
R20 656
JohannesburgMelbourne
JNB - MEL
JNBMEL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 23/12
9:50-17:00
1 stop22h 10m
Melbourne
Mon 12/1
18:20-8:20
1 stop23h 00m
R20 812
JohannesburgMelbourne
JNB - AVV
JNBAVV
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 9/3
17:30-20:20
1 stop17h 50m
Melbourne Avalon
Mon 23/3
6:00-15:00
1 stop18h 00m
R21 521
JohannesburgMelbourne
JNB - MEL
JNBMEL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 9/3
22:20-11:55
3 stops28h 35m
Melbourne
Mon 23/3
13:10-19:40
3 stops39h 30m
R21 607
JohannesburgMelbourne
JNB - MEL
JNBMEL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 23/12
11:00-23:00
1 stop27h 00m
Melbourne
Mon 29/12
0:45-7:25
1 stop39h 40m
R21 728
JohannesburgMelbourne
JNB - MEL
JNBMEL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 17/1
11:00-13:20
2 stops41h 20m
Melbourne
Mon 9/2
15:35-7:25
1 stop24h 50m
R21 814
JohannesburgMelbourne
JNB - MEL
JNBMEL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 17/1
19:10-5:40
3 stops49h 30m
Melbourne
Sun 8/2
0:30-10:50
2 stops43h 20m
R22 350
JohannesburgMelbourne
JNB - MEL
JNBMEL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 27/3
1:35-7:15
3 stops44h 40m
Melbourne
Sat 11/4
13:00-13:05
2 stops32h 05m
R22 869
JohannesburgMelbourne
JNB - MEL
JNBMEL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 17/1
20:35-22:20
1 stop16h 45m
Melbourne
Mon 9/2
20:45-5:05
1 stop17h 20m
R23 301
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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Melbourne
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne
How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 7 November 2025.
The best time to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne is 59 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne (average of R12 117). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 439). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to MEL?
Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 9 November 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 28% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from OR Tambo to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Melbourne. Reviews last updated 9 November 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, andQantas Airways from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
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How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne?
Airlines like Cathay Pacific, Qantas Airways, and Etihad Airways fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne in about 22h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 19h 10m. The distance from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne is about 10313 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne round-trip?
According to our current data, Etihad Airways (R10 236), Singapore Airlines (R13 461), and Qantas Airways (R13 569) offers the cheapest pricing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne. Etihad Airways is currently priced 43% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne?
Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne flights have a stopover in Sydney most often. Doha sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne. Hong Kong follows Doha in terms of the most frequent stopover location on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne flights.
Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne flights?
Of the flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Abu Dhabi. Dubai is the second least popular location for stopovers on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne. Perth comes next as the third least popular stopover location for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne flights.
Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne.
Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to Melbourne by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne (average of R12 117). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 439). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
Browse through other flights departing from OR Tambo. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 9 November 2025.
Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 9 November 2025.
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